When people think holiday season, they muster up images of snowflakes fluttering in the crisp winter’s air, horse drawn sleds plowing their way through snow covered open fields, trudging through the snow to chop down the live family Christmas tree, or just shopping around New York’s 5th Avenue. Nearly everything iconic in regards to the holiday season seems to revolve around cold weather. And, hot chocolate happens to be the most iconic refreshment for a cold winter’ day.
Here in Miami and a lot of other places in the southern US, where weather conditions are warm, people are more likely to be on the beach than riding in a horse drawn sled. So, hot chocolate isn’t necessarily the go to holiday season refreshment. The average winter temperature in Miami is 75 degrees Fahrenheit (24 degrees celsius), and people are usually looking to cool down rather than warm up.
That’s not to say that hot chocolate isn’t appreciated here in Miami. The city’s strong latin community has a deep rooted and historic relationship with hot chocolate, but as a drink that is enjoyed all year round, not just during winter season. Our Frozen Hot Chocolate recipe bridges the gap between those traditions, by balancing a bit more holiday flare with a frozen beverage that can be enjoyed in warmer climates.
Miami Frozen Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
- 1 cup, Vanilla Dippin’ Dots
- 2 cups, Chocolate Dippin’ Dots
- 1 cup, Milk, divided
- 1 packet
- Instant Hot Chocolate
- Chocolate Syrup
- Whipped Cream
- Marshmallows
- Blue and Purple Sprinkles
Directions
- Using 1/2 cup milk, prepare hot chocolate according to package directions. Set aside.
- Add Dippin’ Dots and remaining 1/2 cup milk to blender, and blend until smooth.
- Add prepared hot chocolate to blender, and blend until smooth.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup around the inside of a tall glass.
- Pour frozen hot chocolate into a tall glass.
- Top with whipped cream, marshmallows, and sprinkles.
- Enjoy!
Looking for More Inspiration
Looking to bring a cool twist to your holiday celebrations? Our catering options can make your events unforgettable with treats like the Miami Frozen Hot Chocolate Dippin’ Dots Style. For more delicious recipes and inspiration, be sure to check out our blog, where we share tips and ideas to sweeten your festivities. Ready to make this refreshing treat at home? You can easily order all the ingredients online and have them delivered right to your doorstep. Embrace the warmth of the holidays while staying cool with Dippin’ Dots!
About Total Snacks
Total Snacks’ mission is simple: to always provide the highest quality snack food for people to enjoy wherever and whenever. The business began in 2015 by entrepreneurs Eleazar López Contreras and Mabe León-Ponte, a husband and wife team, who immediately noticed a lack of high quality snacking options around their new home in Miami, Florida. From its humble beginnings as a single retail kiosk, the couple has worked tirelessly and creatively to bring the best in class snack foods to the region.
Today Total Snacks stands out as the premier provider of snack foods and catering in Miami. Its products can be found in over 300 independent outlets, the company provides contract catering solutions to some of the largest sporting and entertainment venues in the area, while bringing smiles to thousands of people a year through its corporate and private catering activities.
